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Gingko Tree, Ginkgo biloba

Item

Title

Gingko Tree, Ginkgo biloba

Description

As the last surviving species in its genus, this living fossil is known for both its status and unique fan shaped leaves. When gingko trees begin to shed, their leaves become beautifully golden in color.

Creator

Artist/Collector
Not Provided

Date

Date Collected
1920

Spatial Coverage

Location
Japan

Medium

Medium/Material
Collection of seeds and leaves

Rights Holder

Credit Line
© The Field Museum, Cat. No. 274760